In a major transfer move, England-born Nigerian striker Chuba Akpom has bid farewell to English Championship club Middlesbrough to join the ranks of Dutch Eredivisie giants Ajax.
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The announcement, made on Wednesday via a statement on Ajax’s official website, revealed that Akpom has inked a lucrative five-year contract with the renowned club.
Chuba Akpom, 27, marked an exceptional performance in the past season, boasting an impressive tally of 29 goals, which earned him the prestigious title of Sky Bet Championship Player of the Year.
His on-field achievements have garnered attention and respect within the football community, making him a valuable asset on the move to a new stage in his career.
Expressing his gratitude to Middlesbrough and their loyal fanbase, Akpom mentioned, “Last season was full of memories I’ll never forget and I will be forever proud.
Everyone knows what I think of Michael Carrick, and I’m sure success is just around the corner.”
While he looks forward to new horizons at Ajax, he assured that he’ll continue to follow Middlesbrough’s journey from a distance, wishing the club and its supporters the best for their future endeavors.
Akpom, whose Nigerian heritage adds another layer to his international football affiliations, remains eligible to represent Nigeria on the global stage.
Back in 2016, he was one of three players formally approached by the Nigeria Football Federation, indicating their interest in his participation.
By September 2019, Akpom confirmed his commitment to representing Nigeria at the international level, stating, “It was a personal decision.
I’m Nigerian and my whole family feels very Nigerian and it will be nice to represent Nigeria.”
The move to Ajax not only signifies Akpom’s progression to one of the world’s most renowned clubs but also presents him with an exciting new challenge on the football pitch.
As he embarks on this new chapter of his career, all eyes will be on his journey with Ajax and how his skills contribute to their future successes.
